2000 Citroen C 15 vs. 1996 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2000 Citroen C 15 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK8 (291 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 708 kg more than 2000 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Jaguar XK8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Jaguar XK8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Jaguar XK8 (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C 15. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C 15 | 1996 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | C 15 | XK8 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |
